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"there is no negative energy that resists positive people."EnergyRate it:

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negative/positiveIn photography, a reverse image, which when printed is again reversed, restoring the original scene. It was invented by Fox Talbot in c.1834.Rate it:

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bitter sweetWhen something is Good and Bad; Positive with negative.Rate it:

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damned if one does and damned if one doesn'tA dilemma where either choice results in a negative outcome.Rate it:

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doubting debbiesomeone who always see's the negativeRate it:

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give a shitTo care, often used in the negative.Rate it:

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it was worth itit deserved it The phrase "it was worth it" is a common expression used to indicate that the effort, time, or cost of something was justified by the outcome or result. It suggests that the benefits or rewards of an experience, action, or decision outweighed the challenges or sacrifices involved. The phrase is often used to express satisfaction, contentment, or a sense of accomplishment after completing a challenging task, achieving a goal, or experiencing a positive outcome. For example, someone who has just finished a difficult workout might say, "It was worth it. I feel great!" Or, a traveler who has just returned from an amazing trip might say, "It was worth it, even though it was expensive." The phrase can also be used to justify or defend a decision that may have negative consequences or be seen as controversial. For example, a business owner who has just taken a significant financial risk might say, "It was worth it in the end. We've seen a significant increase in revenue." Overall, the phrase "it was worth it" suggests that the rewards or benefits of an experience, action, or decision outweighed the challenges or sacrifices involved. It is often used to express satisfaction, contentment, or a sense of accomplishment, and it can also be used to justify or defend a decision.Rate it:

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point blankThe distance between a gun and a target such that it requires minimal effort in aiming it. In particular no allowance needs to be made for the effects of gravity, target movement or wind in aiming the projectile.Rate it:

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poison the wellTo discredit something or someone usually by presenting negative or irrelevant information; to cast aspersionsRate it:

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quiet the wavesA positive development, incident, action, minor miracle, change, reversal, retraction, in a situation and the possible positive effects.Rate it:

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sock-it to em!Hit them hard with the price/cost/details/requirements/hard-facts/negative aspects/Sad Reality:Rate it:

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the cure is worse than the diseaseThe medical treatment for an illness produces a worse net result than the illness does, especially via adverse effects.Rate it:

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bounce backTo recover from a negative without seemingly any damage.Rate it:

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go from zero to heroTo change from negative outcome to positive outcome. To improve one's fortunes significantly.Rate it:

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bite the bulletTo accept a negative aspect of a situation in order to continue moving forward.Rate it:

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loaded wordAny word, set phrase or idiom that has strong positive or negative connotations beyond their ordinary definition.Rate it:

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tear awayTo remove oneself reluctantly; often expressed in the negative.Rate it:

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a blessing and a curseSomething that is both a benefit and a burden, or that may seem initially beneficial but also brings unforeseen negative consequencesRate it:

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activist justiceA justice (usually referring to a member of a Supreme, High or Appellate court) who makes rulings based on personal political views or considerations rather than on the law, or who issues rulings intended to have political effects.Rate it:

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breathe a wordto divulge a secret (usually used with a negative)Rate it:

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come upTo begin to feel the effects of a recreational drug.Rate it:

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drop the ballTo fail in one's responsibilities or duties, or to make a mistake, especially at a critical point or when the result is very negative.Rate it:

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ghost of a chanceusually negative meaning is will not happen.Rate it:

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no joyA negative outcome.Rate it:

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suck a lemonTo be in a sour or negative mood.Rate it:

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wipe the slate clean!Remove anything negative or any record of indebtedness or disfavor and begin anew.Rate it:

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red letter dayUsually very positive, sometimes very negative.Rate it:

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don't answer me so snippilyAnswering me with a negative attitudeRate it:

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like water off a duck's backWithout immediate or lasting effects.Rate it:

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take the bitter with the sweetTo accept positive things with negative things.Rate it:

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to no availEffect in achieving a goal or aim; purpose, use (now usually in negative constructions).Rate it:

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activist judgeA judge or justice who makes rulings based on personal political views or considerations rather than on the law, or who issues rulings intended to have political effects.Rate it:

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Appendix:Snowclones/X, thy name is YUsed to say that something or somebody embodies a particular quality, usually a negative one. This phrase is said using this format: "X, thy name is Y", where X is the quality and Y is the person or thing with that quality.Rate it:

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as the twig is bent, so the tree's inclinedAn early influence can have permanent effects.Rate it:

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bat inTo bat so that a runner on base effects.Rate it:

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binary decimalUsed other than as an idiom: A decimal (numeral written as a concatenation of successive negative powers of the base) in base 2..Rate it:

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bozo eruptionA remark-usually unscripted-by a politician or other public figure which is especially ill-considered and foolish, and which has negative repercussions for that individual and for his or her affiliated group.Rate it:

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break the cycleTo act so as to end a repeating pattern of harmful or otherwise negative behavior.Rate it:

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brush under the carpetTo hide, cover up or overlook something, usually a negative thingRate it:

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c'est mortIndique une réponse négative forte et, généralement, sans appel.Rate it:

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can't do right for doing wrongBe in a situation where any course of action leads to a negative outcome.Rate it:

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check your attitude (at the door)The speaker is warning the listener that their attitude may have adverse effects and advising that the listener change their attitude. Adding "at the door" at the end of this phrases means to leave your attitude outside/don't bring that attitude in hereRate it:

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clap outTo remove negative energy from a space by clapping.Rate it:

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cold turkeyThe physiological effects of such a withdrawal.Rate it:

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dig one's own graveTo behave in a way that is likely to have future negative effects on oneself.Rate it:

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dig up dirtTo examine in order to find negative information for public opinion, usually with the purpose of embarrassing or discrediting a person.Rate it:

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dirt fileA compilation of negative gossip or facts about someone.Rate it:

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do a number onTo damage; to treat harshly; to produce ill effects.Rate it:

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double whammya twofold blow or setback; a series of two events that cause adverse effectsRate it:

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draw a line in the sandTo indicate the threshold or level above which something will become unacceptable or will provoke a response; to create a boundary and imply or declare that its crossing will provoke a (negative) response.Rate it:

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